La Masia wonder set to depart Barcelona in the final days of the window – report

Alex Collado’s future has remained a topic of uncertainty throughout this transfer window. Players have arrived and departed from the Catalan capital, yet the cloud of doubt over the Barcelona B captain remains.

Early in the preseason tour in Germany, Alex Collado was permitted by the club to part ways with the rest of the team to sort out his future. 

Ronald Koeman communicated to the player that he would not see many minutes at Barcelona this season. Though Lionel Messi’s departure seemed to open the window for his continuity for a brief while, he was soon linked with an exit again. 

Now, SPORT adds further fuel to the fire. The media outlet have said that the youngster had decided to continue at Barcelona, but now realises that he will indeed not see many minutes under Ronald Koeman’s orders this season. 

They further add that there are several clubs interested in the attacking midfielder’s signing. His departure on loan in the closing days of the window seems more and more imminent.

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Earlier, Collado was linked with moves to Club Brugge in Belgium. However, the talks ended unfavourably because the Belgian side wanted a purchase option. The player however was only interested in a move on loan, with the hope of returning and succeeding at Barcelona. 

More recently, SC Braga have also shown interest in the youth player. Though it. Would be a good option for Collado, he is interested in playing Champions League football, something Braga cannot offer. 

Quick developments are expected in the coming days. As it stands, however, Collado’s departure is imminent.